Explore & Experience: The history & culture of kimonos in Tokyo, Japan
The Kimono is a Japanese traditional garment that dates back over a thousand years.
Up until the mid 19th century, it was the form of dress worn by everyone in Japan and is still widely worn on special occasions such as seasonal events and festivals.
On this tour, Eriko will show you different types of Kimono for different occasions and seasons and demonstrate how to put on a Kimono.
Her great-grandfather was a Kimono craftsman in Tokyo. She will show you an exquisite collection of Kimonos that were passed down through generations and discuss the history and culture behind kimonos. The kimono is a wearable canvas for traditional Japanese art, craft, and design.
This tour is perfect for anyone who is interested in Kimono, Japanese culture, textile, and fashion. Let’s enjoy the world of Kimono together!
Join this live virtual tour with Eriko followed by 15 minutes Q&A!
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- Date: Aug 14 2021
- Time: 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm
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Eriko Shiratori
Eriko grew up in a kimono studio in Japan’s capital, Tokyo, that is filled with neon-lit skyscrapers, leafy pockets of tranquility, and mouse-watering foods. She's been lucky to have traveled to dozens of amazing countries and she got a chance to live and work overseas, in Australia and Canada. Being exposed to other cultures has given her a new lens to look at her home country and its traditions. Since 2017, she’s been sharing the heart of Japanese culture with people around the globe.
